First test was trying to get her in a bathing suit. The cap was not a problem, she loves hats!
Eventually she went for the pink one and down we went. We were not sure how she would feel about the pool but we needn't have worried - it was a huge hit with her.
I think that was the happiest (and craziest) we have seen her so far. She was jumping and splashing like it was the best thing ever! No fear at all, even putting her face in the water and dumping water over herself.
She really wore herself out and is still napping soundly as we write this!
Tomorrow is a big day for us all. We are heading to the Ministry to make the adoption official. By this time tomorrow we should have our decree, and applied for our travel documents. Fingers crossed!
Mick and Danielle, it is all so adorable. Everyone I speak to says hi and cannot wait to see you all back home in Chester. I am sure London and Lupa and the cats will love having Raya, their bundle of love running after them...I cannot wait to see that! Good luck at the ministry.
ReplyDeleteEhmm, what about a pool now at your house...she LUVS the pool, :)
ReplyDeleteWOW WHAT WONDERFUL PICTURES. SHE LOVES THE POOL, THAT IS GREAT. SHE IS SO SO CUTE. SHE LOOKS HAPPY AND LOVE THAT BATHING SUIT. GOOD LUCK TOMORROW AT THE HAND OVER. LOVE TO ALL NANA AND POP POP AND COUSIN CHARLEY
ReplyDeleteRaya looks adorable in her bathing suit. She fits right into this family, we all love the water! My kids were all like fish at her age. Best of luck tomorrow, I'll be praying for you.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Rosalie
She is cutiest thing ever!!! I love her expression as she looks into the pool. Don't worry about putting in a pool just yet, your welcome to come to my house and swim anytime. I'm looking forward to your return. I hope all goes well tomorrow. Hugs!!! Diane
ReplyDeleteSo- when does the pool excavation begin?!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad she loves the pool - I bet you'll be spending lots of time there. It looks like pink is one of her favorite colors. How cute she looks!!! I loved the hat too.
Sending prayers and love that all goes smoothly at the ministry. I cannot wait to hear.
Auntie Carol
Mick and Danielle, How amazing is it to discover every day things through the eyes of your child. It gives you a whole new appreciation for even the smallest of things. Your pictures and postings say it all! Hope everything goes well tomorrow. Love, JoAnne
ReplyDeleteI'll bring the margaritas for the opening of your new pool!!
ReplyDeleteWords just aren't enough when I try to tell you how happy I am for you. Thank you for sharing every day. Thoughts and prayers are with you when you go to the ministry. Love, Sue and Chris
I can't start or end my day without checking Raya's blog. Your journey is so heart warming to me! I can't wait to meet her. What a beautiful child. You and Mick look so happy!!!!! I finally figured out how to post a comment! I've been keeping up the whole time! XXXXXXOOOOOOOO Cindy
ReplyDeleteHi guys just wanted to tell you I just got off the phone with the 8& unders competitive swim coach at the Y and Raya doesn't need a tryout as anyone who likes water less than 80degrees is often assured a college scholarship from their Y swim team :) Can't wait till she sees the waves at the jersey shore this summer,I am shopping today for a pink boogie board! God be with you all with the ministry tom xoxo sue and rob
ReplyDeleteSo nice to be apart of your family journey..It looks like Raya is adjusting well...All three of you look so happy...as you should be....until the pool gets finished you are welcome here anytime...that goes for everyone...the more the merrier!!!Best of luck tomorrow, Love, Janice
ReplyDeleteRaya of Sunshine that she is.
ReplyDeleteSo happy for all of you.
Grandma Carol and Grandpa Vinnie are keeping us posted.
We wait your safe return.
Love Aunt Max
Looking at the blog with Mimi, and loving it! Raya is adorable. Hope I get to meet her one day!
ReplyDeleteLove, Maya
We're praying that all goes well at the Ministry tomorrow, and that you all have a safe trip home. Love the photos!
ReplyDeleteEileen & Jim
She is so photogenic! Loved the pink skirt with black leggings outfit...Rock Star!
ReplyDeleteChester pool will be open soon and she'll be able to meet a ton of kids.
GOOD LUCK tomorrow!
Love Ya
I was talking to my sherpa and he said we will all have good luck with Raya baby. I gotta run, I need to feed my yak some mutton! I hope tomorrow goes well.
ReplyDeleteI'm so bummed. My posts are not coming through. I'm trying again. I am so excited for you guys. She is adorable. You look so happy. She is so lucky to have you as her family. Hope all continues to go well with your journey. Thanks for letting us all be a part of it with this blog. You guys are truly an inspiration. I cry whenever I read your posts!!!! Luv u!!!
ReplyDeleteTrish :)
Will be thinking of you tomorrow. Hope everything goes well, we'll be checking the blog for news.
ReplyDeleteLots of love to all 3 of you.
Stephanie and Mark xxx
Hey guys...she is stylin' in that pink bathing suit just love it...good luck tomorrow we are praying all goes well...we know it will! She's a very lucky little girl and she will find that out quickly! She hit the jackpot!!! We love you all...Dave &Sandy
ReplyDeleteCongrats on another successful day! I KNOW tomorrow will go on without a hitch... I'm anxious to get you guys back in this neck of the woods, though. Are you sleep deprived yet? Keep those posts coming! Love, Iva
ReplyDeleteyou are in our thoughts & prayers. cant wait until the 3 of you are home! xoxo ~ nina & will
ReplyDeleteWe were at our pool, today, telling everybody about your new little girl, Raya. We can picture her frolicking with the children, here, when you come to Florida for a vacation! I can't wait to take her shopping for a bikini and matching sandals!!!! I have great memories of you, Danielle, at the Jersey Shore, when you were three! You looked just like Raya with the bathing suit and those enormous sunglasses!!!! Love you guys!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWith a tear in my eye I am overwhelmed by the love that is apparently
ReplyDeletegrowing among the three of you. I can't wait to meet her. Wow! have
your lives changed. She will bring so much love to you and your families.
Love, Jim M.